stubbornly

[ˈstʌbərnli]

stubbornly Definition

  • 1in a way that shows an unwillingness to change one's opinion or course of action
  • 2in a way that is difficult to move, remove, or cure

Using stubbornly: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "stubbornly" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He stubbornly refused to apologize.

  • Example

    The stain on the shirt stubbornly remained despite several washes.

  • Example

    She held onto her beliefs stubbornly even when presented with evidence to the contrary.

stubbornly Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for stubbornly

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Summary: stubbornly in Brief

The adverb 'stubbornly' [ˈstʌbərnli] describes a person or thing that is unwilling to change their opinion or course of action. It can also refer to something that is difficult to move, remove, or cure. Examples include 'He stubbornly refused to apologize' and 'The stain on the shirt stubbornly remained despite several washes.' Synonyms include 'obstinately' and 'doggedly.'

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